Accreditation Manager/Special Operations

US Lawns; Effingham (SC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

South Carolina Retirement System

Annual Leave

Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Health Savings Account

Onsite Health Clinic

Job summary

Florence County is seeking an Accreditation Manager/Special Operations to oversee accreditation activities and lead the agency in obtaining and maintaining accreditation across operations.

The role includes planning on-site assessments, maintaining documentation, and coordinating with training officers to ensure compliance with accreditation standards.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in secretarial science, administrative management, accounting, finance or related field plus 1–2 years of secretarial/clerical/bookkeeping experience.
• Excellent customer service skills and attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and records management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the accreditation process and reports on efficiency and effectiveness.
• Plans and monitors on-site assessments and maintains records.
• Leads preparation for mock and on-site assessments.
• Assists with adherence to accreditation across the Sheriff’s Office.
• Maintains files for compliance and assists with policy development.
• Represents the agency in accreditation activities and meetings.

Skills

Customer service

Policy compliance

Communication

Education

Associate degree in secretarial/admin/fin

Job description

Job Description

The Accreditation Manager/Special Operations performs a variety of accreditation duties to ensure effective and efficient Special Operations administrative duties.

Essential Functions

• Oversees the accreditation process, including assessments; evaluates and reports the efficiency and effectiveness of the accreditation program.
• Plans and monitors the on-site assessments and maintains appropriate records relating to accreditation activities.
• Takes the lead role while preparing the agency for mock and on-site assessments.
• Performs administrative and professional assistance in planning, coordinating and managing the implementation, maintenance and adherence to the Sheriff’s Office accreditation.
• Responsible in conjunction with the training officers for maintaining all files for compliance with the accreditation process.
• Responsible for assembling the accreditation team to write and review policies in adherence with applicable laws.
• Acts as a liaison between Sheriff’s Office administration, other agency employees and outside agencies in accreditation efforts.
• Maintains a standard format for policy review and revision.
• Regularly reports to Captain of Special Operations or designee and critical staff on accreditation compliance.
• Directs on-site inspections for compliance.
• Conducts research and planning and assists with presentations.
• Represents the agency in conjunction with the Sheriff’s designee at meetings and conferences, may serve on accreditation-related committees, and participates in accreditation-related training.
• Assists bureau Captain and staff by performing a variety of administrative duties such as composing reports and correspondence, researching and compiling data, scheduling meetings, etc.
• Anticipates and prepares materials needed by supervisor for conferences, meetings, correspondence, etc.
• Interacts and communicates with agency supervisors and employees, County department directors, managers, etc.

Non-Essential Functions

• Maintains the agencies inventory control system.
• Answers the telephone; provides accurate information to callers and/or forwards to appropriate staff person.
• Performs all other related duties as required.

Qualifications: Education and Work Experience

• Requires an Associate’s degree in secretarial science, administrative management, accounting, finance or related field supplemented by one to two years of secretarial, clerical and/or bookkeeping experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Must possess excellent customer service skills.

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Frequently required to perform basic physical activities and communicate effectively to carry out essential job duties.
• Must be able to reach, bend, stoop, carry, move and lift 10 lb. objects regularly.
• Correctable vision sufficient to read monitors, labels, and drive safely.

Company Description

Vision

Florence County strives to be an exceptional place to live, work, and visit by enhancing the quality of life for our employees and those who call the County home, by encouraging innovation and economic opportunities, and by fostering trust and integrity in the County.

Mission

Florence County will provide high-quality public services, plan for the needs of our citizens, and promote a safe, healthy, and thriving community for all.

Benefits

• South Carolina Retirement System
• Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Health Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Flexible Spending Account
• Onsite Employee Health Clinic
• Onsite Employee Workout Facility
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Supplemental Insurance Options
• Discounted rates at local fitness facilities